In this episode of the SQOLOGY Podcast, we sit down with Paul Adams to talk about the early days of car audio, what competition really teaches you over time, and why community and honest feedback matter more than trophies. Paul shares stories from finals past, lessons learned from winning and losing, and a grounded perspective on installers, tuning, and keeping sound quality relevant in a changing industry.

This episode is sponsored by Resonix Sound Solutions, providing engineered sound treatment solutions designed to reduce noise and resonance and improve system performance. Learn more at resonixsoundsolutions.com

Get ready for SVR XV (Steel Valley Regional), taking place July 17-19, 2026, at the WesBanco Arena in Wheeling, West Virginia. SVR is a cornerstone sound quality event known for a competitive field, experienced judging, and a strong focus on craft and community. Many thanks to Larry Chijner for SVR’s support of The SQOLOGY Car Audio Podcast.

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